Renegotiating the Nuclear Order: A Sociological Approach

Renegotiating the Nuclear Order is a sociological approach to the nuclear order, focusing on the need to renegotiate the order due to the conflict between deterrence and disarmament and the unbalanced distribution of rights and responsibilities between nuclear and nonnuclear states. The study applies the concepts of a relevant social group and a technological frame to the competition between the Non-Proliferation Treaty and the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons. The empirical background is the negotiations of North Korea and Iran's nuclear programs. The policy challenges identified are the need to guarantee the credibility of nuclear diplomacy, renegotiate a new balance of rights and obligations, and clarify the relationship between the two treaties. The book will be of interest to students of security studies, arms control and disarmament, sociology, STS studies, and International Relations.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 184 pages
\n Publication date: 06 April 2021
\n Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd
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The sociological study of the Nuclear Order delves into the complex dynamics shaped by nuclear technology and nuclear weapons, highlighting the urgent need for renegotiation. This order, defined by the interplay between deterrence and disarmament, and the unequal distribution of rights and responsibilities between nuclear and non-nuclear states, demands attention. The study employs concepts from the sociology of technology to analyze the current competition between the Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT) and the Treaty on the Prohibition of Nuclear Weapons (TPNW). The empirical foundation of the analysis is provided by the negotiations surrounding the nuclear programs of North Korea and Iran.

Addressing the policy challenges arising from this sociotechnical analysis is crucial. Firstly, there is a pressing need to ensure the credibility of nuclear diplomacy in bridging the gap between military and peaceful pursuits. Secondly, over the past half-century, the rights of non-nuclear states have been eroded, while nuclear-weapon states have neglected their disarmament obligations. A new balance must be renegotiated. Thirdly, the relationship between the NPT and the TPNW must be clarified. The proposal suggests separating the two into a comprehensive treaty on non-proliferation and a verifiable treaty on prohibiting nuclear weapons.

This book holds immense value for students engaged in security studies, arms control and disarmament, sociology, STS (Science-Technology-Society) studies, and International Relations. It offers a comprehensive and insightful examination of the Nuclear Order, shedding light on the complex dynamics and pressing policy challenges that warrant renegotiation. By exploring the sociological dimensions of nuclear power and its global implications, this book contributes to a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between technology, security, and international relations.

\n Weight: 450g\n
Dimension: 242 x 214 x 19 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9780367612122\n \n